I love giving handmade gifts. Not because it saves money (though sometimes it does), but because it feels real—like a small piece of time and thought wrapped up in something tangible. Lately, I’ve been diving into YouTube for fresh inspiration, and these makers have quickly become favorites. They teach with heart, work with simple materials, and remind me why I fell in love with making in the first place.

Fabric scissors aren’t like garden shears or kitchen knives. They’re precision instruments meant to shear rather than slice, which means their edge needs a bit of “bite.” Too polished, and they’ll slide over fabric instead of cutting it.

Here’s what works—and what doesn’t.

When Sukkot rolls around each fall, I always feel a deep sense of both homecoming and journey. This is the time when we remember how God sheltered His people in the wilderness, and also rejoice in the harvest He still provides today. Our homes and our hearts become little “booths” of thanksgiving.

One of my favorite ways to mark the season is with crafts that bring the story right into our hands. This year, I designed a Sukkot flag to hang in the sukkah, wave during celebration, or simply brighten up a window or wall.

Fall is the season of Sukkot, the Festival of Ingathering, and these block-printed tea towels are my nod to the harvest. Using hand-carved linoleum stamps, I press motifs of grapes, pomegranates, and wheat onto simple flour sack towels.

This post explores the psychology behind family slogans, the most popular themes in homesteading wall art, and how you can define your own values and turn them into meaningful home decor. Whether you’re in a tiny urban apartment or a full-scale off-grid farm, your walls can speak your values loud and clear.

Skeleton leaves are beautiful, delicate, and perfect for crafting, decorating, or preserving nature’s beauty. These intricate leaf structures showcase the natural vein network of a leaf, making them ideal for art projects, handmade cards, bookmarks, and more.

Here’s how you can create your own skeleton leaves using a simple at-home method.

Skeleton leaves are not just delicate beauties—they are versatile, elegant, and timeless elements for crafting and decorating. Whether you’re making jewelry, home décor, or personalized gifts, these projects bring a touch of nature and creativity to your everyday life.